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Extensor Tendonitis Exercises

Mar

1

2017

What is Extensor Tendonitis? Extensor Tendonitis occurs when the extensor tendons in the foot become irritated and inflamed. This is often caused by shoes that are too tight and run against the top of the foot, especially in runners. The Extensor Tendons are vulnerable due to the fact that there is very little fat on ...

Anatomy of the Foot & Ankle

Feb

21

2017

The foot and ankle are complex structures made up of various tendons, ligaments, muscles, bones and more. These structures are what help make movements such as walking, running and jumping possible. An injury to one tendon, ligament, muscle or bone can cause the function of the entire structure to be compromised. Main Tendons Tendons are ...

Insertional vs. Non-Insertional Achilles Tendonitis

Feb

9

2017

What is Achilles Tendonitis? Achilles Tendonitis occurs when the Achilles Tendon in the back of your ankle becomes irritated and inflamed. This is usually due to overuse. There are two types of Achilles Tendonitis, affecting two different areas of the tendon. These are: Insertional Achilles Tendonitis Insertional Achilles Tendonitis affects the tendon at the insertion ...

What is Foot Tendonitis?

Dec

28

2011

Foot tendonitis is known as a stress, degeneration, or rupture of the tendons of the foot. Foot tendonitis is caused due to excessive strain of your foot in activities: for example, running, walking, etc. Those who are taking part in jobs that require excessive standing or walking are also in threat of developing foot tendonitis. ...

Information Regarding Tendonitis of the Foot

Dec

21

2011

Foot Tendonitis Information Foot tendonitis is a very common condition amongst athletes, but also with heavy-duty exercisers. Foot Tendonitis affects one certain tendon belonging to the foot, the posterior tibial tendon. This tendon’s function is to retain the arch within the foot as well as prevents your own feet from rolling in past an acceptable ...

Tips on How to Treat Foot Tendonitis

Dec

14

2011

Foot tendonitis is certainly painful because the tendons used for extending or stretching the toes run over the instep, and are negatively affected. Also known as extensor tendons, there is actually a group of these muscles: extensor of the digitorum, the hallucis brevis, and the toe. These tendons can become swollen, causing pain and swelling. ...

How to Prevent Foot Tendonitis While Swimming

Dec

14

2011

During swimming, anyone can easily be engaged in activities that can cause yourself to have foot tendonitis. To prevent yourself from foot tendonitis, it’s best to perform a good warm-up that is designed in a general part and a specific portion. The overall portion of your warm-up might be simple swimming, most likely primarily freestyle, ...